Landlords
Rent Smart Wales - FAQs for landlords
If you are a landlord and you rent out property in Wales, it is crucial you understand the Rent Smart Wales scheme. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the scheme.
What is the 90-day rule in property?
What is London’s 90-day rule for short-stay property rentals, and what does it mean for landlords?
Guide to landlord risks | The cost of being a landlord
Becoming a landlord: what are the risks, and how can you avoid them? There’s a lot to think about when you become a landlord, but understanding what you need to do and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls makes the process easier.
Do I need landlord insurance?
From buy-to-let portfolio owners to people renting out a room in their home, different kinds of landlords need different types of landlord insurance. In this article we look at some of the common questions that arise when considering landlord insurance.
Guide to landlord responsibilities
What are the legal responsibilities and obligations of a private landlord? Read our complete guide.
Fire safety rules for landlords
Landlords have a legal responsibility to adhere to fire regulations for rental properties, to protect both their tenants and their investment. In this guide to fire safety rules for landlords, we explain all the mandatory regulations for both domestic and commercial properties, including vital gas and electrical safety certificates.
Landlord insurance: a beginner's guide
Landlord insurance: where do you start, and what do you look out for? It can feel like you’re navigating a minefield when it comes to taking out landlord insurance, our guide can help you find the level of cover that’ll give you peace of mind.
Landlord's guide to notice of abandonment
If a tenant disappears midway through a tenancy agreement, what can you do? It’s important to know what your rights and responsibilities are as a landlord if you find that one of your tenants has abandoned a property.
Is landlord insurance the same as building insurance?
If you have a buy-to-let mortgage, your lender will typically expect you to have landlord insurance and may even make it a condition of the loan. We look at what landlord policies cover and how much you can expect to pay.
Fit for human habitation: what landlords need to know before renting out a property
It’s important to understand what the law requires you to provide for your tenants, and what you should do if there is a problem.
How to work out rental yield
Use our rental yield calculator to work out the value of your property investment, plus how to work it out manually, why it matters, and what is a good rental yield?
Guide to the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme
The Non-Resident Landlord Scheme applies to landlords who own rented property in the UK but spend more than six months abroad. Read our guide to the scheme including what to do if it applies to you.